Prolactin Release-Inhibiting Factors
Synonyms
Prolactin Release Inhibiting Factors
Prolactin Release Inhibiting Hormone
Prolactin Release Inhibitory Factor
Prolactin Release-Inhibiting Hormone
Prolactin Release-Inhibitory Factor
A number of peptides with inhibitory activities on PROLACTIN release have been isolated from the HYPOTHALAMUS, the peripheral nervous system, and the gut. These include SOMATOSTATIN, and peptides derived from POMC and precursor for VASOPRESSIN-ASSOCIATED NEUROPHYSIN. Biogenic amine DOPAMINE is also a potent PIF.